Sri Lanka luxury tour | Refined island discovery

Arrive at Bandaranaike International Airport, where your representative will welcome you and arrange your transfer to Alawatugoda for check-in at Aarunya.

Set high above spice and tea gardens, Aarunya is an award-winning collection of luxury private villas with sweeping views of the Knuckles Mountain Range, an exceptional introduction to refined Sri Lanka travel.

Begin your day with breakfast at the Verandah in the Central Bungalow, overlooking the pool and panoramic mountain views. Guests staying in Sky category villas may enjoy a complimentary floating breakfast served in their private pool.

Later, unwind at the Aarunya Luxury Spa, where traditional Ayurveda and international therapies are offered beside a natural stream. Set across seven acres of tea, fruit, and spice plantations, the resort’s private villas offer sweeping views of the Knuckles Mountain Range and a serene hill country retreat.

Wake to birdsong and sweeping mountain views before breakfast at your resort. Then set out to climb Sigiriya Rock Fortress, a highlight of any Sri Lanka itinerary. Discover the vivid frescoes, more than 1,600 years old, and explore the palace ruins crowning the summit.

After your ascent, refresh with king coconut water, known locally as thambili, before returning to the resort for a relaxed afternoon to unwind and reflect.

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before setting out on a scenic drive to Mirissa. On arrival, check in and take time to cool off in the pool or unwind by the sea before heading out for a sunset stroll along the beach.

An optional full-body massage with your choice of aromatic oils is available at the hotel and can be arranged directly.

Spend the day at leisure in Mirissa, relaxing on palm-fringed beaches, exploring the coastal town, or enhancing your Sri Lanka trip with a tailor-made local experience shaped around your interests.

For an unforgettable highlight, join an optional early morning whale watching excursion from Mirissa aboard a comfortable yacht. Cruise into deep waters in search of blue whales, dolphins, and occasionally turtles or flying fish for a memorable marine encounter.

Begin the day with breakfast at your hotel in Mirissa before enjoying a relaxed morning by the coast. For a change of scenery, consider a day trip to Udawalawe National Park, one of the best places to visit in Sri Lanka for close encounters with wild elephants roaming open grasslands beside the reservoir.

You may also visit the Udawalawe Elephant Transit Home, where rescued calves are cared for and prepared for release back into the wild. Return to Mirissa in the afternoon for time at leisure by the sea.

Discover Galle on a guided city tour, beginning with a scenic drive before exploring the historic heart of Galle Fort, Asia’s largest living colonial fort. Wander its cobbled lanes, browse art galleries and lace boutiques, pause at waterfront cafés, and absorb the layered Dutch and Portuguese heritage.

Return to your hotel on the southern coast to unwind. Spend the afternoon at leisure on nearby beaches, enjoying local flavors and attentive, personalized service.

Enjoy a tailor-made day by the sea, setting your own pace along the coast. Relax on soft sands, swim in clear turquoise waters, or join in lighthearted beach activities for a more immersive local experience.

For deeper relaxation, choose a rejuvenating body scrub to refresh the skin or an almond milk bath to soothe and hydrate after time in the sun. Spa treatments can be arranged according to your personal preferences.

Enjoy a relaxed breakfast before shaping the day to your interests. For an immersive nature experience, join an optional guided walk through Sinharaja Rainforest, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the island’s last significant tract of tropical lowland rainforest.

Accompanied by a knowledgeable guide, discover endemic wildlife, including rare birds such as the Ceylon Hanging Parrot, along with butterflies and native mammals hidden within the lush canopy. Return to your hotel in the afternoon and unwind with a refreshing swim in the pool.

Begin the day with breakfast overlooking the Indian Ocean, framed by endless blue horizons.

Spend time on the pristine beach, join a friendly game of volleyball with locals and fellow travelers, or simply relax as the waves roll gently onto the shore, creating easygoing coastal memories.

Transfer to the airport in the early morning for your departure flight. Before leaving, enjoy a final cup of Ceylon tea or a quiet stroll through the hotel gardens.

These closing moments reflect the spirit of your Sri Lanka trip, thoughtfully tailored experiences, private guiding, curated activities, and attentive personal service that leave lasting memories of the island.